Manum

FAQ

Manum is still in development, so some features, content, and plans may change along the way.

What is Manum?
A fast-paced third-person 4v4 MOBA where you build the battlemage you want and fight for capture points to destroy the enemy base.
Are there predefined heroes or classes?
No. Your equipped spells define your playstyle. You build your battlemage during every match.
Do I choose my spells before the match?
No. Every match starts fresh. You acquire spells from creatures during the match based on the spells available in that match.
Can I combine spells from different types of magic?
Yes. You can specialize in specific elements or schools of magic, or combine spells across them to create hybrid builds.
How long does a match take?
A typical match is designed to last around 25 minutes.
Will spells need to be unlocked?
No. All gameplay-relevant content, including spells, is available to everyone from the start. Manum is built around fair competition.

What is Manum?
A fast-paced third-person 4v4 MOBA where you build the battlemage you want and fight for capture points to destroy the enemy base.
Are there predefined heroes or classes?
No. Your equipped spells define your playstyle. You build your battlemage during every match.
Do I choose my spells before the match?
No. Every match starts fresh. You acquire spells from creatures during the match based on the spells available in that match.
Can I combine spells from different types of magic?
Yes. You can specialize in specific elements or schools of magic, or combine spells across them to create hybrid builds.
How long does a match take?
A typical match is designed to last around 25 minutes.
Will spells need to be unlocked?
No. All gameplay-relevant content, including spells, is available to everyone from the start. Manum is built around fair competition.

What platforms will Manum be available on?
Manum is currently being developed for PC, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Where will Manum be available?
Manum will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Will Steam and Epic players be able to play together?
Yes.
Will Manum support controllers?
Controller support is planned.
When will Manum release?
Manum is planned to release in 2027.
What languages will Manum support at release?
Manum is planned to support English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and Russian at release.

What platforms will Manum be available on?
Manum is currently being developed for PC, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Where will Manum be available?
Manum will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Will Steam and Epic players be able to play together?
Yes.
Will Manum support controllers?
Controller support is planned.
When will Manum release?
Manum is planned to release in 2027.
What languages will Manum support at release?
Manum is planned to support English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and Russian at release.

Will there be playtests before release?
Yes. We’ve been running public and private playtests regularly throughout development. Details about upcoming playtests will be announced here on Discord.
How can I participate in a playtest?
We announce upcoming playtests in the ⁠playtest-updates channel once registration opens.
What languages are supported during playtests?
Playtests are currently available in English only.

Will there be playtests before release?
Yes. We’ve been running public and private playtests regularly throughout development. Details about upcoming playtests will be announced here on Discord.
How can I participate in a playtest?
We announce upcoming playtests in the ⁠playtest-updates channel once registration opens.
What languages are supported during playtests?
Playtests are currently available in English only.

How is Manum monetized?
Manum is monetized through cosmetics, Battle Passes, and Founder Packs. Monetization is purely cosmetic and never affects gameplay.
Will Manum be pay-to-win?
No. All gameplay-related content is available to every player from the start. Purchases will never provide gameplay advantages.
What are Manum’s monetization principles?
We want spending money in Manum to feel rewarding, transparent, and fair. Our monetization is built around three principles: competitive integrity, transparency, and respect for the player.
Will Manum have loot boxes or randomized purchases?
No. You will always know what you are purchasing. Cosmetic content can be previewed before purchase, and we do not use randomized purchases.
Do Battle Passes expire?
No. Battle Passes never expire, so you can progress through them at your own pace without losing access when a season ends.
Will purchased content expire?
No. Content you purchase remains yours permanently.

How is Manum monetized?
Manum is monetized through cosmetics, Battle Passes, and Founder Packs. Monetization is purely cosmetic and never affects gameplay.
Will Manum be pay-to-win?
No. All gameplay-related content is available to every player from the start. Purchases will never provide gameplay advantages.
What are Manum’s monetization principles?
We want spending money in Manum to feel rewarding, transparent, and fair. Our monetization is built around three principles: competitive integrity, transparency, and respect for the player.
Will Manum have loot boxes or randomized purchases?
No. You will always know what you are purchasing. Cosmetic content can be previewed before purchase, and we do not use randomized purchases.
Do Battle Passes expire?
No. Battle Passes never expire, so you can progress through them at your own pace without losing access when a season ends.
Will purchased content expire?
No. Content you purchase remains yours permanently.

Who are the developers?
District Games is an indie game studio based in Berlin, founded in early 2025. We’re an international team of around 15 developers bringing together experience from projects such as Albion Online, The Cycle: Frontier, and League of Legends.
Who is the publisher?
Manum is developed and self-published by District Games.
Who is funding this project?
Manum is funded through our own equity and supported by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) of the German federal government.

Who are the developers?
District Games is an indie game studio based in Berlin, founded in early 2025. We’re an international team of around 15 developers bringing together experience from projects such as Albion Online, The Cycle: Frontier, and League of Legends.
Who is the publisher?
Manum is developed and self-published by District Games.
Who is funding this project?
Manum is funded through our own equity and supported by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) of the German federal government.